Indian Constitution: Fundamental Duties & DPSP
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What is the primary objective of encouraging citizens to adhere to moral and civic duties?

  • To increase economic productivity
  • To foster a sense of community and responsibility (correct)
  • To enhance national defenses
  • To promote public health initiatives
  • Which amendment added the duty for a parent or guardian to provide educational opportunities for children aged six to fourteen?

  • 61st CAA 1988
  • 42nd CAA 1976
  • 40th CAA 1976
  • 86th CAA 2002 (correct)
  • Fundamental duties in India are considered to be:

  • Non-justiciable (correct)
  • Only applicable during wartime
  • Optional for citizens
  • Enforceable by law
  • How many Fundamental Duties were originally recommended by the Swaran Singh committee?

    <p>8</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following duties includes promoting brotherhood among Indian citizens?

    <p>To promote harmony and common brotherhood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Fundamental Duty emphasizes environmental protection?

    <p>To protect and improve the natural environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The inclusion of Fundamental Duties in the Indian Constitution was influenced by which country's constitution?

    <p>Japan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Fundamental Duties apply to which group of people?

    <p>Only Indian citizens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main objective of the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP)?

    <p>To create a welfare state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which article of the Indian Constitution emphasizes the duty of the state to apply the DPSPs?

    <p>Article 37</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are Directive Principles considered non-justiciable?

    <p>The state may lack resources to implement them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which principle aims to secure equal pay for equal work for both men and women?

    <p>Article 43</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of Article 40 of the Indian Constitution?

    <p>Organize village panchayats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Article promotes the idea of free legal aid to the poor?

    <p>Article 39A</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Article 47 focus on improving?

    <p>Public health and nutrition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly classifies the various types of Directive Principles?

    <p>Socialistic, Gandhian, and liberal-intellectual</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the Supreme Court's initial stance on the Preamble in the Berubari Union Case of 1960?

    <p>It is not part of the constitution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which amendment added the words 'Socialist,' 'Secular,' and 'Integrity' to the Preamble?

    <p>42nd Amendment Act</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Keshavananda Bharati case clarify regarding the Preamble?

    <p>Fundamental features of the constitution in the Preamble cannot be altered.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Article of the Constitution allows the establishment of new states that did not exist before?

    <p>Article 2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a category under Article 1 regarding the territory of India?

    <p>Federally Integrated Regions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for a bill reorganizing internal boundaries under Article 3 to be introduced?

    <p>Recommendation from the President</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Territory cession under Article 3 requires what process?

    <p>A constitutional amendment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the classification of India's territory according to Article 1?

    <p>Territories of the states, Union Territories, and Territories acquired</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of the Indian federal structure during an emergency?

    <p>It becomes fully unitary.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which provision allows for the suspension of Fundamental Rights during an emergency?

    <p>Article 352</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must happen for a national emergency to be declared under Article 352?

    <p>A written recommendation from the Cabinet.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which amendment changed the ground for declaring an emergency from 'internal disturbance' to 'armed rebellion'?

    <p>44th Amendment Act</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long does a newly declared emergency remain in force without parliamentary approval?

    <p>Six months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for the extension of an emergency declaration, according to the 44th Amendment Act?

    <p>Approval by both Houses of Parliament through a special majority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has never been declared in India concerning emergencies?

    <p>Financial Emergency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can the President revoke an emergency proclamation?

    <p>By issuing a subsequent proclamation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who performs the duties of the Chairman in the Rajya Sabha when there is no substitute mentioned?

    <p>The Deputy Chairman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum size of the Council of Ministers according to the 91st Amendment Act 2003?

    <p>15% of the total strength of the Lok Sabha</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following roles does the Prime Minister NOT perform?

    <p>Chairing the Lok Sabha</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of minister attends cabinet meetings only by invitation?

    <p>Ministers of State (MOS)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which authority decides all election disputes related to the President and Vice President?

    <p>The Supreme Court</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Council of Ministers?

    <p>Individually responsible to the President</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to a person disqualified from being an MP?

    <p>They are also disqualified from being a minister</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a duty that the Prime Minister does NOT commit to when taking an oath?

    <p>Advocating for party policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum requirement for a party to have its leader recognized as the Leader of the Opposition?

    <p>Must have at least one-tenth of the seats in the House.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true about the Speaker of the Lok Sabha?

    <p>They are elected by the Lok Sabha members from among themselves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the status of the Leader of the Opposition in the Parliament?

    <p>Their status is equivalent to a Cabinet Minister.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can the Lok Sabha Deputy Speaker be removed from office?

    <p>Can be removed by a motion with 50 members' support.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the procedure for the resignation of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha?

    <p>Must submit to the Deputy Speaker.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the Speaker's position after the Lok Sabha is dissolved?

    <p>They continue until the new Lok Sabha meets.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which role is responsible for presiding over the House in the absence of both the Speaker and Deputy Speaker?

    <p>Panel of Chairpersons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the basis for the appointment of a Whip in a political party?

    <p>Based on parliamentary conventions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Test your knowledge on the Fundamental Duties and Directive Principles of State Policy in India. This quiz covers key aspects such as amendments, influence from other countries, and the responsibilities of citizens and the state. Challenge yourself to understand how these principles shape civic life in India.

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